
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL (81 Rentals)


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Northwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Elgin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Northwest Elgin Studio Apartments | $3,587 | $1,175 | $6,000 |
Northwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $826 | $2,396 |
Northwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $967 | $3,275 |
Northwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,507 | $1,855 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 81 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Largest Available Northwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Northwest Elgin area of Chicago, IL is found at The Villages at Canterfield and is listed at 761 square feet priced from $1,655. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Villages at Canterfield | A | 761 Sq Ft | $1,655 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1S | 743 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 729 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 720 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
Cheapest Available Northwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Northwest Elgin of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bed Room Model starting from $1,550 at 311 Barrington Ave Lofts. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Northwest Elgin is currently $1,747. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | $1,550 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | $1,655 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1S | $1,895 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | $1,900 |
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Getting Around the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood in Elgin, IL
Walk Score®
27 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Elgin is $1,747.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Northwest Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Northwest Elgin is a 761 square feet unit starting from $1,655 at The Villages at Canterfield.
What is the average size for Northwest Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Northwest Elgin is currently 753 sq ft.
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